# Entrepreneurship - Appalachian Regional Commission

- State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Webinars The&#160;Appalachian Regional Commission&#160;is excited to partner with the US Department of Treasury to host two webinars about the&#160;State Small Business Credit Initiative&#160;(SSBCI). The initiative is providing $10 billion to support small businesses and empower them to access the capital needed to invest in job-creating opportunities as the country emerges from the pandemic. The program provides [&#8230;]The post State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Webinars appeared first on Appalachian Regional Commission.
- West Virginia Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Conference The WV Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Conference is the state’s premier professional learning and networking opportunity for entrepreneurs, resource providers, and/or public, private, and government entities supporting entrepreneurs. The one-day event features compelling keynotes, engaging panels, hands-on workshops, and extensive networking opportunities for attendees. Who should attend? Don&#8217;t miss out on this incredible opportunity to be a [&#8230;]The post West Virginia Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Conference appeared first on Appalachian Regional Commission.
- RuralRISE 2023 Speaker Series Innovative Rural Business Models Rural business people are trying a variety of different business models today, including pop-ups, shared buildings, businesses inside of other businesses and more. Entrepreneurs are using these smaller scale experiments and tests to learn what works before making a huge investment. Learn these smaller-scale business models being used right now in small [&#8230;]The post RuralRISE 2023 Speaker Series appeared first on Appalachian Regional Commission.
- Stop 3: Building Appalachian Businesses ARC is hitting the road to further showcase the five goals of our 2022-2026 strategic plan –&#160;Appalachia&#160;Envisioned&#160;– and stop #3 on the roadshow will focus on&#160;building Appalachian businesses. This event will feature governors, business development leaders, and community members from&#160;South Carolina,&#160;Alabama,&#160;Georgia, and&#160;Mississippi&#160;sharing their experiences strengthening and diversifying the Region’s economy through inclusive economic development strategies [&#8230;]The post Stop 3: Building Appalachian Businesses appeared first on Appalachian Regional Commission.
- Explore! Entrepreneur Summit: Building a Business in the Alleghenies If you are looking to start an outdoor recreation business, or one that supports outdoor recreation tourism in the Alleghenies, the Explore! Entrepreneurship Summit is for you. Presented by Startup Alleghenies, the two-day event will be held at River Mountain on May 15-16, 2022 and will provide seasoned and aspiring entrepreneurs the opportunity to hear [&#8230;]The post Explore! Entrepreneur Summit: Building a Business in the Alleghenies appeared first on Appalachian Regional Commission.
- We Mean Business 2022 Virtual Conference The Fourth Annual We Mean Business Conference will take place virtually starting February 15th – February 17th. The conference will explore how to find business opportunities and examine the Federal Infrastructure Bill as well as discuss grant writing for entrepreneurs. Finding Opportunities Day One will discuss guide business owners through how to find opportunities and leverage [&#8230;]The post We Mean Business 2022 Virtual Conference appeared first on Appalachian Regional Commission.